In Claudia's case, the old saying couldn't have been more true. The Tuscan farmhouse she'd just bought would be a perfect home for her soon-to-be husband.

The landlord, it seemed, felt differently. Cesare di Stefano, a man of power in the area, disputed Claudia's ownership. The battle seemed set to be both lengthy and bitter--until, amongst the verbal sparring, sparks of attraction started to fly.

Yet nothing could come of it, Claudia assured herself. Surely it was Vito she loved. Surely....